Alvin Ailey revolutionized the world of dance by honoring the African American experience, but his journey was not without its struggles. Continue reading
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9/22/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: That Time I Got Robbed – Comedian Sydney Castillo – Chocolate Sundaes Standup Comedy
Hailing from Fort Worth, Texas Sydney Castillo is a writer and stand-up comedian making waves in the entertainment industry. Not yet 30 years old, Sydney has already established himself as a comedic force performing at some of the country’s most renowned comedy clubs. Continue reading
9/17/23 O&A NYC REVIEW: Is Heart of Brick A Black Queer Sex In The City?
By Walter Rutledge
The Joyce Theater’s fall 2023 season began September 15 with the interdisciplinary gay romance saga Heart of Brick. The theatrical production combined live vocal music, spoken narrations, voiceovers, dance, lighting and a clean, simple set design to recreate an evening at Langstons, New York City’s oldest Black gay bar. This is the first presentation in Director of Programming Danni Gee augural season, and in the truest downtown dance style she left the audience with something to talk about. Continue reading
9/17/23 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Alan Jackson – The Old Rugged Cross (Live)
Alan Eugene Jackson, an American country music singer, known for blending traditional honky tonk and mainstream country sounds and penning many of his own hits. He has recorded 14 studio albums, three Greatest Hits albums, two Christmas albums, one Gospel album and several compilations, all on the Arista Nashville label. The Old Rugged Cross was taken From Alan Jackson‘s Dvd ‘Precious Memories’ LIVE AT THE RYMAN. Continue reading
9/16/23 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom | Trailer
Jason Momoa is finally making his return as the titular Aquaman in the latest trailer released by Warner Bros.The first official trailer for the highly anticipated sequel, Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom. DC’s aquatic hero is set to surf into theater this holiday season. Continue reading
9/16/23 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Joshua Maponga on Africa and the Bible
Joshua Maponga (born in Zimbabwe) is a popular motivational speaker, social entrepreneur, and musician. The renowned personality is also a philosopher and leader. He is passionate about community development which has led him to work with several big organizations.
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9/15/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Jay Pharoah | Gotham Comedy Live
An over the top hour of standup with Saturday Night Live cast member and master-impressionist Jay Pharoah. With his spot-on versions of everyone from Barack Obama to Jay-Z, Pharoah will have you laughing out loud with a live and uncensored night of comedy from New York’s legendary Gotham Comedy Club. Continue reading
9/15/23 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: SZA – Snooze
Snooze is a song by American singer-songwriter SZA from her second studio album, SOS. It was sent to rhythmic contemporary and urban contemporary radio as the sixth single from the album on April 25, 2023. Continue reading
9/14/23 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ NETFLIX SERIES TRAILER: Big Mouth Season 7 | Date Announcement | Netflix
Netflix‘s notorious animated comedy and longest-running series to date is returning next month for its seventh and final season.Dropping off the first preview today, the penultimate chapter of Big Mouth has secured an official premiere date. Big Mouth also has a guest star coming on the show: Megan Thee Stallion.The rapper will show out as the new Hormone Monstress – tongue and all. Continue reading
9/14/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: John Witherspoon | Gotham City Live
Legendary comedian, film and TV star John Witherspoon heads a night of non-stop live and uncensored standup from New York’s Gotham Comedy Club.Along with four of America’s funniest up an coming comedians, Dave Landau, Rob Ryan, Karith Foster and Mark Ellis. Continue reading
